CBL Properties, Vision Hospitality Group to Develop 135-Room Hotel in Chattanooga, Replacing Former Sears

CHATTANOOGA, TENN. — CBL Properties and Vision Hospitality Group plan to develop a 135-room hotel in Chattanooga as part of the redevelopment of Hamilton Place mall. The new Aloft by Marriott will be situated between The Cheesecake Factory and the future Dave & Buster’s where a former Sears used to be at Hamilton Place. Amenities will include an urban-inspired design with loft-like guestrooms featuring nine-foot ceilings and keyless entry using your smartphone or Apple Watch. The hotel will be situated about 12 miles east of downtown Chattanooga. Construction on Hamilton Place is set to begin in the spring.